What is the meaning of wheel?

noun

  • A simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines. )
  • A handwheel that is used for steering.
  • Forces that provide energy and direction.
    • usage: "the wheels of government began to turn"
  • A circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel.
  • Game equipment consisting of a wheel with slots that is used for gambling; the wheel rotates horizontally and players bet on which slot the roulette ball will stop in.
  • An instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims.
  • A wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals.

verb

  • Change directions as if revolving on a pivot.
    • usage: "They wheeled their horses around and left"
  • Wheel somebody or something.
  • Move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle.
    • usage: "The President's convoy rolled past the crowds"
  • Ride a bicycle.
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